The Montclair Police Department is asking for the public's help in finding two suspects who tried to lure two boys in separate incidents in recent days.

The Montclair Police Department seeks the public's help in finding two suspects who tried to lure two boys in separate incidents, officials said.

In an incident reported Thursday, Feb. 9, at approximately 5 p.m., police said a 10-year-old boy was walking on Harrison Avenue when he was approached by a man operating an older style, dark-colored van. Police said the operator of the vehicle was described as a white man, 40 to 50 years old with a brown beard. According to police, the man pulled the vehicle over beside the boy and inquired whether he was lost, offering him a ride. Police said the boy did not respond to the man and fled the area.

In an incident reported on Jan. 31, at approximately 8:20 a.m., police said a 9-year-old boy was walking on Harrison Avenue when he was approached by a man operating a green cargo-style van with no rear windows. Police said the man, described as a white man, having curly hair and a gray/brown beard, exited the vehicle and asked the boy whether he was lost. According to police, the boy did not interact with the man and immediately left the area on foot.

Both incidents are being investigated, police said.

Anyone with information should contact the Montclair Police Department at 973-744-1234.